In this SkillShack video how to guide, we will show you a simple method of refurbishing tired-looking wood trim and preserving it for the future.

Wood is a lovely material and is shown off at its best with a good finish. In the context of a car, that will probably mean an oil-based varnish of some sort, as it is resistant to water. This is as important inside the car as outside. Atmospheric damp and splashes of rain will mark many finishes such as French polish, Danish oil, etc.

We’ll show you a simple method of doing this and talk through some other options along the way. The tutorial includes a lesson on how to French polish, how to apply varnishes and other two part wood treatments, how to prepare wood for refurbishment and also how to deal with damage and staining.

This video covers: Wood stain, Resin varnish, French Polishing skills, Danish Oil and Sikkens two part protect, restore and finish system for interior and exterior wood on classic cars.

There are multiple reasons why you’d need to remove the cylinder head from the engine of your classic car. Ed Hughes teaches you what to look for when deciding whether to remove the head, and then demonstrates the proper technique for doing so.

Now that you know how to join two wires and you have a basic understanding of circuit diagrams, it’s time to try your hand at a simple project. Learn how to use essential tools and your new knowledge of electrical wiring to install auxiliary lights to the front of your classic car.

Discover the basic set of tools you’ll need to complete a number of electrical jobs on your classic car. Ed Hughes introduces these necessary tools and then demonstrates the quick methods he uses to join two wires.

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